Grandmother And Granddaughter: A Forever Bond
She was there when I needed her the most. A month after grandpa died, she spent her fall break with me....
Joan Stommen
Adult Children and The Holidays – 10 Tips To Ease The Stress Of Sharing
If your adult children are married or living with significant others, whether you have grandchildren near or far….there is bound to be a little stress....
Becoming a Widow…10 Things I’ve Learned
Our marriage ended when he didn't wake up from his afternoon nap....
10 Ways I’m Stronger One Year After My Husband Died
It was the worst of times....losing my husband just about a year ago But, I'm stronger and here's why......
Timeless Advice for a College-Bound Daughter
This is the kind of letter that says exactly what every girl needs to read....
Joan Stommen
I am a teacher, mom and grandmother to five; from teens to twins. I've written for newspapers, websites and various blogs and have been a writing coach for children, teachers and college students. My blog name-Gramcracker-refers to the name my grand kids call me! I write about family, education, fitness, active aging and all the bits and pieces of my life. Becoming a widow last year gave me a new platform on which to share my thoughts and feelings on coping with midlife change.